Observation Station

Observation Station is a unique program that encourages children to self-educate. 

Observation Station Hours

Saturday & Sunday 2-4

Observation Station, specifically designed for families, rewards participants through a point system for bringing an object from the environment and natural sciences.  The object (shells, rocks, insects, etc.) can be brought, or the child can bring a photo, plaster cast, drawing, painting, rubbing, poems or stories.  Points awarded will differ depending on the object, but what is more important than the object or representation of the object is what the participant learned about it.  Children can also gain points by participating in scavenger hunts and quizzes at home and at the Heard.  More points will be awarded for greater knowledge and the points can be redeemed for other objects at the Observation Station. The Heard is also working to create observation stations at area schools.

Designed for kids 16 years of age and younger.

Stations:

• Mineral Identification
• Scope Station
• Class of Rock
• Panning for Pyrite

For more information, email:

Schelly Corry

scorry@heardmuseum.org

Education Coordinator